noun
- Plural of ecdysiast; performers, typically in burlesque or cabaret, who perform striptease acts.
Usage: Often used in historical or entertainment contexts; The term is euphemistic and somewhat dated
Examples
- The nightclub featured several ecdysiasts performing on stage.
- During the 1950s, ecdysiasts were popular attractions in major cities.
- The theater hired ecdysiasts for the evening's entertainment.
- Historical records document the careers of famous ecdysiasts from that era.